packing and flight tips

Packing for a month long trip is not an easy task. We opted to share one big suitcase and bring two backpacks. We went were gone the whole month of September and a week in October, so we checked the weather and like Texas, the weather fluctuates. I went with more comfort than trying to look cute every day we were going to be walking A LOT - and the last thing I wanted was my feet hurting. I brought a lot of t-shirts, jeans, leggings, a few light cardigans, and then more dressy options for night time.

Bringing toiletries is also important especially when you're staying in a lot of Airbnbs because they may not be provided like they are in hotels. Packing light is hard for this length of time but coming to terms with the fact you will have to find a way or place to wash clothes is inevitable. Pack items that are versatile and can go with a lot of stuff.

We arrived at the airport about 3 hours early which is what's "expected" for international flights. Also, something I forgot to mention earlier is that getting a passport takes up to 6-8 weeks in the mail so plan ahead if you are traveling internationally. I cannot sleep on flights very well, so I brought a neck pillow and a sleeping pill (which I later slightly regretted - because of how groggy it made me). I brought some snacks on the plane, but they do give you a meal or two because the flight was over 8 hours.

We're almost there, first stop London, England!